Brazilian recipe
Four Cheese Filet Mignon
Prepare a juicy filet mignon wrapped in a creamy four-cheese sauce. A classic and practical recipe to impress.
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Ingredients
1 kg beef tenderloin medallions
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons margarine
3 tablespoons margarine
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 liter milk
100 g grated Parmesan cheese
100 g grated provolone cheese
100 g grated meia-cura cheese
100 g grated ball cheese
1/2 liter heavy cream
1 tablespoon powdered beef bouillon
7 Italian bread toast points
1 tablespoon mixed herbs
Chopped sun-dried tomatoes to taste
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons margarine
3 tablespoons margarine
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 liter milk
100 g grated Parmesan cheese
100 g grated provolone cheese
100 g grated meia-cura cheese
100 g grated ball cheese
1/2 liter heavy cream
1 tablespoon powdered beef bouillon
7 Italian bread toast points
1 tablespoon mixed herbs
Chopped sun-dried tomatoes to taste
Where to find ingredients
Purchase beef tenderloin and cheeses at your local butcher or supermarket. Look for Italian bread at bakeries or grocery stores. Herbs and sun-dried tomatoes can be found in the produce or spice aisle of most supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Season the beef tenderloin medallions with salt and minced garlic
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of margarine and brown the beef tenderloin medallions over medium-high heat
- Remove the medallions from the skillet and set aside
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 3 tablespoons of margarine
- Add the all-purpose flour and stir well, forming a paste
- Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps, until a white cream forms
- Cook over low heat until the cream thickens
- Incorporate the grated cheeses (Parmesan, provolone, meia-cura, and ball cheese) into the cream
- Add the heavy cream and powdered beef bouillon
- Mix well until the cheeses melt and the sauce becomes smooth
- In a baking dish or serving plate, arrange the Italian bread toast points
- Place the beef tenderloin medallions over the toast points
- Pour the four-cheese sauce over the medallions
- Garnish with chopped sun-dried tomatoes and mixed herbs
Observations
Four Cheese Filet Mignon is a classic Brazilian dish known for its rich flavors and ease of preparation. Ideal for special occasions or an elegant dinner at home, it combines the tenderness of filet mignon with a velvety and aromatic sauce made from an irresistible blend of four cheeses. This recipe is an excellent option for those seeking a flavorful main course that appeals to all palates.
The secret to a perfect filet lies in the quality of the meat and the harmony of the cheeses in the sauce. The combination of Parmesan, provolone, meia-cura, and ball cheese lends depth and complexity to the sauce, while the heavy cream ensures a silky texture. Served with Italian bread toast points and garnished with sun-dried tomatoes and fine herbs, this dish becomes a complete and memorable dining experience.
The secret to a perfect filet lies in the quality of the meat and the harmony of the cheeses in the sauce. The combination of Parmesan, provolone, meia-cura, and ball cheese lends depth and complexity to the sauce, while the heavy cream ensures a silky texture. Served with Italian bread toast points and garnished with sun-dried tomatoes and fine herbs, this dish becomes a complete and memorable dining experience.
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